Early January presented an opportunity for travel and adventure in the Redwoods of Northern California. A timely arrivial of my new Canon 5D Mark II the day before departure, I was geared up and ready to capture the great outdoors.

Our designated route would take us along the Oregon Coast, through winding roads and depressing communities whose survival depends on tourism and fishing. Pack a lunch. Gasping scenic vistas from the roadside divert the attention of all passersby, even those with a greater destination.

A full day’s drive, fast and slow, stop and go, our lodging leaves us just outside the doorstep to Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park. Rested night, waking up to an ocean view, we set off to seek council from the trusty Rangers. Joseph Smith guides our adventures from behind his post in Crescent City, highlighting our map with the most interesting and Must See locations in the park. After tall tales of tall trees, and a brief lesson in the species of Redwoods, our party heads out to take on the forest behemoths.

Massive is an understatement. These 2,000 year old forest beasts instil a fear in your heart, a serious concern, a questioning consideration of what might unfold if one of these 379ft towers were to collapse in your presence.

Please enjoy the images, I certainly enjoyed capturing them.

For more information about the Coast Redwoods and America’s Parks,
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coast_Redwood
www.nps.gov
http://www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=413

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